Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Category

Administrative Support Staff

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Employment Type

Permanent

Salary

$60000 - $75000



Job Description:


The desired Legal Assistant will provide support to attorneys, by engaging in the following tasks:

 

  • Assists with administrative tasks to contribute to efficient office operations.
  • Assists with complex document production, such as drafting pleadings and correspondence.
  • Prepares court filings and files with various courts (traditional and e-filings).
  • Creates Table of Contents and Table of Authorities.
  • Prepares shell responses to propounded discovery accurately and efficiently.
  • Communicates with court staff regarding various issues.
  • Handles outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys.
  • Maintains calendars for assigned attorneys.
  • Prepares Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines.
  • Schedule local and out-of-town depositions and Mediations.
  • Scans and uploads documents to Neos and creates master’s for new files.
  • Answers telephones taking detailed messages. At request of attorneys, provide follow up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others.


Job Requirements:

Qualifications

  • Exceptional writing, communication, and organization skills.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy and knowledge of legal terminology.